DWTSurge Contract Tariff and Customs Attorney (Remote)

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time tariff and customs attorney to join their innovative team. This remote position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work on complex international trade issues. Ideal for mid to senior-level attorneys looking for reduced hours, the role involves providing expert legal advice on tariffs, trade regulations, and customs compliance. Candidates will engage with a diverse range of clients, ensuring high-quality legal services in a dynamic trade environment. If you are passionate about international trade and seek a flexible working relationship, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Telemedicine Services

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Virtual Lactation Consulting

Peloton App

Headspace App

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in tariff law and customs regulations.
• Active bar admission in state of residence and DWT office state.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on tariffs and customs regulations.
• Assist clients with complex tariff classifications and duty assessments.

Skills

Tariff Law

Customs Regulations

International Trade

Client Service Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Complex Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

DWTSurge Contract Tariff and Customs Attorney (Remote)

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a part-time tariff and customs attorney for engagement through the firm’s contract attorney and alternative staffing program, DWTSurge. This contract attorney position will work with the Firm’s International Trade, Investment & National Security practice team to provide expert legal advice and support on matters related to tariffs, trade and customs regulations, and international commerce.

This contract position will work independently to assist a diverse range of clients providing comprehensive advice on tariff classifications, valuation, duty assessments, and more.

Mid to senior level attorneys seeking reduced hours and greater flexibility are encouraged to apply for this part-time contract position. The role offers remote work and flexible hours, with potential for additional weekly hours based on skills and integration into the practice group. Candidates will work on complex issues involving international trade regulations, customs compliance, and trade agreements, and provide high-value legal services to clients in a challenging trade environment with rapidly changing tariff, customs and import laws. This role is ideal for attorneys interested in a flexible, alternative-track working relationship with the firm.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 8+ years of proven experience in tariff law, customs regulations, international trade, and related fields at a large or mid-size law firm, or tariff/customs boutique, or in-house.
• Residency in one of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WDC.
• Active bar admission in their state of residence and a state in which DWT maintains an office.
• Provided advice on complex tariff- and customs-related issues.
• Demonstrated experience representing corporations in all aspects of tariff and customs related matters.
• Knowledge of administrative protests, rulings, internal advice proceedings, penalty and mitigation proceedings, country of origin and marking issues, drawback claims, and duty and tariff preference regimes.
• Experience regarding customs enforcement, tariff mitigation, audits, duty savings programs, anti-dumping and countervailing duties, customs litigation, and voluntary partnership programs.
• Ability to independently manage complex tariffs and customs issues with minimal supervision.
• Interest in staying updated on changes in trade laws and regulations to offer timely and accurate advice.
• Availability for sporadic work and adaptability to fluctuations in workload.
• Flexibility to potentially increase hours as needed.
• High-level of responsiveness and client service skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to produce high-quality work to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Experience in other areas of international trade -- e.g., export controls (EAR and ITAR), trade sanctions and CFIUS – are desirable but not essential for successful candidacy for this position.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiting Manager, Mariah Watson, at [e-mail]. We are currently not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity.

Salary Range

The hourly range for this position in CA, IL, MD, MN, NY, OR, WA, and WDC is $180-$220 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Additional Benefits

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm
• Peloton App
• Headspace App

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with eleven offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.